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Rivendell Trout Estate

Unnamed Road Mount Anderson Catchment Reserve, Lydenburg, ZA

9.2 guest rating· 176 reviews

About this hotel

Tranquil Riverside Villas

Nestled on the banks of the Spekboom River, Rivendell Trout Estate offers a serene escape just 18 km from Lydenburg.

Luxurious Villas with River Access

Indulge in the comfort of 4-bedroom villas featuring spacious living areas, fireplaces, and private decks with BBQ facilities. Enjoy the fully-equipped kitchen and exclusive access to a stocked 1.5 km stretch of the river for fishing.

Explore Nature's Wonders

Immerse yourself in nature with leisurely riverside strolls, bird-watching, and nearby attractions like Dullstroom and Sudwala Caves. End your day with a peaceful retreat at Rivendell.

To experience a tranquil riverside retreat at Rivendell Trout Estate, book now for an unforgettable getaway.

Rooms & rates

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Classic Cottage

Sleeps 2 · 40 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Shower

The fireplace is a top feature of this bungalow. This bungalow includes 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and free toiletries. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the well-fitted kitchen. The bungalow also features a barbecue. The bungalow offers a private entrance, a coffee machine, a seating area as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit has 1 bed.

Deluxe Villa

Sleeps 8 · 250 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Additional bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee machine

This villa has a spacious open-plan living area with a large fireplace, a furnished deck with barbecue facilities and a fully-equipped kitchen. Each of the 4 bedrooms has an private bathroom.

Standard Villa

Sleeps 8 · 250 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Shower
  • Refrigerator

This villa features a fireplace. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware in the well-fitted kitchen. The villa also provides guests with a barbecue. The spacious villa provides a private entrance, a coffee machine, a terrace with garden views as well as a shared bathroom featuring a walk-in shower. The unit offers 8 beds.

Comfort Cottage

Sleeps 4 · 150 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Shower

The fireplace is a top feature of this bungalow. This spacious bungalow comes with 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a bath and free toiletries. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the fully equipped kitchen. The bungalow also includes a barbecue. The bungalow features a private entrance, a coffee machine, a seating area as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit has 3 beds.

Vacation Home

Sleeps 6 · 250 m² · 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Shower

The fireplace is a top feature of this holiday home. This spacious holiday home comes with 1 living room, 3 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a bath and free toiletries. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an oven in the well-equipped kitchen. The holiday home also includes a barbecue. The holiday home has a private entrance, a coffee machine, a seating area as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit has 5 beds.

Family Bungalow

Sleeps 6 · 120 m² · 2× Double bed, 2× Bunk bed

  • Desk
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Shower

This bungalow features a fireplace. This spacious bungalow features 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 2 bathrooms with a bath and free toiletries. Guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and kitchenware in the fully equipped kitchen. The bungalow also comes with a barbecue. The bungalow features a private entrance, a coffee machine, a seating area as well as a terrace with garden views. The unit has 4 beds.

Amenities

  • WiFi available
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Parking garage
  • Private parking
  • 24-hour security
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • BBQ facilities
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Cashless payment available
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Contactless check-in/check-out
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  • Cycling
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Fishing
  • Garden
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Hiking
  • Invoice provided
  • Key access
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Picnic area
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Shared kitchen
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Terrace

Location

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Unnamed Road Mount Anderson Catchment Reserve, Lydenburg, ZA

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 06:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:30 AM

What guests say9.2176 reviews

+ Peaceful setting+ Great location for nature lovers− Access issues due to road conditions− Occasional lack of hot water
Cleanliness8.2
Service9.7
Location9.7
Room Quality9.2
Amenities9.2
Value for Money9.2

Peaceful and quiet.

9.0

You feel surrounded by nature and you can actually see the stars without too much light pollution. Our cottage was on the river, so if you want to fish it is very easy to do so. It is also quiet and peaceful. There were also alot of butterflies which was special.

− The one couch is not very comfortable, and the other chair is very narrow. So if you are not very skinny and streamline you will not be able to use the one chair.

Mariska · ZA · 2026-04-07

Nature at its best!

9.0

So scenic and not enough time to fully explore the property.

Lilly-Anne · ZA · 2025-12-30

Blussful retreat

8.0

A piecw of paradise aet against the water banks of the Spekboom river and majestic mountains. Truly a breathtaking experience!

− The road getting there.

Anisa786 · ZA · 2025-12-26

Guest review

10.0

The location and surroundings... it's exactly what surrounded by nature means

− We loved everything. They can just maybe grade the road closer to the cottage for an easy ride for non suv cars. Otherwise the road wasn't too bad for a low lying car

Hillary · ZA · 2025-12-04

Good to know

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

Managed by a private host

A deposit may be required at the property.

›Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

›Pets

Pets are not allowed.

›Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

›Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.